Biological Technician
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Posting Information
Department
Lineberger Compr Cancer Center-426801
Career Area Laboratory Management and Services
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 04/03/2024
Application Deadline 04/10/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Technician – Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent GN06
Working Title Biological Technician
Position Number 20032877
Vacancy ID P018895
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $42,000 – $59,043
Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .
Position Summary Information Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a highly motivated research technician to provide essential support for the ongoing experimental processes in the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. This position will support the Operations Manager on research projects within the Cancer Center. The research technician will work closely with cell culture techniques in an effort to support our Tissue Culture Facility. This position requires knowledge of laboratory procedures, techniques, lab safety, lab terminology, lab instruction and mentoring of work-study students in proper lab procedures, techniques, and safety. Additional responsibilities in this role include troubleshooting research equipment, responding to repair requests, providing user support, and training users on sensitive equipment.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Experience with growing cell lines, cultivation, maintaining a lab notebook. Must be able to prioritize workload and communicate effectively within a team.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Experience working in a lab environment.
Familiarity with proper sterilization techniques.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements The employee will be responsible for moving freezers and other equipment as part of operational support, with or without an accommodation. And they must be able to lift up to 50lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Last Date For Apply: 2024-07-04 00:00:00 Job Type : FULL_TIME, Employment Type : FULL_TIMEApply Here
